• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Wendy Polisi
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Healthy Living
    • Essential Oils
      • DIY Beauty and Personal Care
      • DIY Green Cleaning Recipes
    • Health Concerns
    • Supplements
  • Lifestyle
  • About
    • Affiliate Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy
    • Cookies Policy
    • Terms of Service and Conditions
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Healthy Living
    • Essential Oils
      • DIY Beauty and Personal Care
      • DIY Green Cleaning Recipes
    • Health Concerns
    • Supplements
  • Lifestyle
  • About
    • Affiliate Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy
    • Cookies Policy
    • Terms of Service and Conditions
×

Home » Quinoa Recipes » Quinoa Breakfast Recipes » Easy Quinoa Breakfast Casserole

Easy Quinoa Breakfast Casserole

Published: Nov 14, 2017 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Nov 28, 2018 · 595 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

Sharing is caring!

  • Share
  • Tweet
  • Yummly
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

This Quinoa Breakfast Casserole is easy to make, nutritious and delicious! A great way to cook quinoa for breakfast.

Are you getting excited by the holidays yet?

If you are looking for an easy solution for your holiday morning, I've got a simple and delicious Quinoa Breakfast Casserole for you today.

I am weirdly excited about Christmas this year and can't believe that it is almost time to start celebrating.

Close up shot of Easy Quinoa Breakfast Casserole
I would have probably started already, but hubby is big on "no Christmas until after Thanksgiving."

Usually, I am in his camp.

Skye is the game changer for me this year. She is 4 ½ and is beyond excited by the holidays. Her enthusiasm is contagious!

I've been getting the boys Lego Advent Calendars for years, and last year got her a Lego Friends Advent Calendar.

She loved it, and I bought all three of the kid's calendars back in early October.

Photo of Easy Quinoa Breakfast Casserole and a bowl of fruit
Then I found this Christmas Countdown Advent Activity Calendar at Crayola

Since art and crafts are "her thing" I couldn't resist getting it for Skye.

I cannot WAIT to see her excitement every morning as she tackles a new little art project or activity. I can already envision her running down the stairs in the morning to see what is next.

It is perfect for both of us, because since I am not all that crafty, I'm not good at planning projects for her.

Between that and all the fun cooking projects I have planned for her and the boys, it is going to be such a fun season!

Horizontal image of Easy Quinoa Breakfast Casserole

Since my goal is to spend as much fun time with the kids, I'm planning on keeping our meals simple this holiday season. Since it is just the five of us for Thanksgiving, we are going to eat out. That is something I've never done before!

When we are at home, I'll be making simple dishes like this Quinoa Breakfast Casserole. It is the perfect way to fuel your day during the busiest time of year. I love that I can make it ahead of time so that it is ready to pop in the oven in the morning. That leaves more time for snuggles!

If You Like This Quinoa Breakfast Casserole You May Also Like:

  • Quinoa & Oats Breakfast Bowl
  • Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Parfait
  • 5-Ingredient Quinoa Breakfast Pots
  • Quinoa English Muffins
  • Veggie Quinoa Casserole
Print Recipe
5 from 4 votes

Easy Quinoa Breakfast Casserole

A reader asked me to come up with a breakfast casserole that would fit into her tiny oven. This recipe is easily scalable for holidays, or anytime you are serving more than four!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Healthy
Servings: 4
Calories: 304kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup cottage cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare an 8 x 8 baking dish with cooking spray. (You may also use individual ramekins.)
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Stir in cottage cheese, garlic powder, red pepper, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Add quinoa and half of cheddar cheese. Pour into baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. If desired, brown the top by placing under a broiler for 2 or 3 minutes.

Notes

Make it Cleaner: Use 3 eggs and 6 egg whites. Reduce the cheddar to ½ cup. Make it Vegan: In place of eggs combine 2 cups of non-dairy milk with 1 cup of silken tofu, 2 tablespoons tahini, and ¼ cup nutritional yeast. Process well in your blender. Use vegan cheeses. Bake at 325 degrees for about 50 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 330mg | Sodium: 593mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 795IU | Calcium: 303mg | Iron: 1.6mg
« Chicken Broccoli Cauliflower Risotto
Fried Goat Cheese Salad with Grapes and Walnuts »

About Wendy Polisi

Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 10 & 11 and my late life princess is 3. Firm believers in lifestyle design, our family has been location independent since 2008. Join me to read about our adventures in the kitchen…and out!

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Cynthia Nicoletti

    November 15, 2017 at 12:03 am

    5 stars
    Looks really good for breakfast. I have never had a Quinoa Breakfast Casserole but will have to try your recipe.

    Reply
  2. Sarah Bailey

    November 15, 2017 at 12:08 am

    I would never have thought of making a breakfast casserole, it sounds absolutely delicious though I need to try it for myself.

    Reply
  3. Tara pittman

    November 15, 2017 at 12:25 am

    What a great way to use quinoa. I just bought a bag so I think I will make this.

    Reply
  4. Laura

    November 15, 2017 at 12:58 am

    I love quinoa. You've got so many yummy healthy recipes!

    Reply
  5. Claudia Krusch

    November 15, 2017 at 3:46 am

    I am always looking for new breakfast ideas for my family. This casserole looks so delicious and easy to make. I will have to give this recipe a try on the weekend.

    Reply
  6. gingermommy

    November 15, 2017 at 12:50 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yummy. This breakfast casserole looks really yummy. I am going to have to try it.

    Reply
  7. Vanessa Palma

    November 15, 2017 at 1:43 pm

    I never thought f using Quinoa in a breakfast dish. I'll have to try this out.

    Reply
  8. Stephanie Jeannot

    November 15, 2017 at 4:36 pm

    Ooh! Thank you for this meal idea and recipe. I am always looking for something new to do with quinoa which I love.

    Reply
  9. Marissa Zurfluh

    November 15, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    5 stars
    I'm very limited on my knowledge of how to use quinoa. I looove this breakfast idea! Delicious!

    Reply
  10. Kelly Hutchinson

    November 15, 2017 at 9:29 pm

    5 stars
    I need to cook more with quinoa. I love it, but never know what recipes to use it in. This breakfast casserole sounds delicious.

    Reply
  11. GiGi Eats

    November 16, 2017 at 4:12 am

    I really wish I could eat quinoa because I feel like I would actually really like it!! Plus, it's super healthy and super high in protein!!

    Reply
  12. Leigh Anne Borders

    November 18, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    This sounds like a great recipe to try out. I hate to say it but I have never had quinoa before.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Favorites

Square overhead photo of cheesy scalloped potatoes with a spoon sitting next to them.
Square close up photo of caramelized onion risotto in a white bowl.
Close up square photo of ninja foodi grill chicken breast.
Photo of chicken quesadillas.
Photo of Butternut Squash Casserole with Quinoa in a blue casserole dish with serving plates behind it.

Family, Food & Fun!

Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 10 & 11 and my late life princess is 3. Firm believers in lifestyle design, our family has been location independent since 2008. Join me to read about our adventures in the kitchen…and out! Read More…

Copyright © 2022 Wendy Polisi · Privacy Policy · Affiliate Disclosure